Canon 70-200 mm f/4 L-Series IS USM Lens

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The Canon EF 70-200mm f/4L IS USM is a lightweight compact L Series telephoto zoom lens with Image Stabilizer. With all the optical brilliance of the larger f/2.8 aperture version the 70-200mm f/4L is a zoom lens with great possibilities for portraiture and travel. All of the features of the bigger lens are present here as well including ultra-low dispersion glass internal focus and fulltime manual focusing override. The optical Image Stabilization in this lens provides up to an incredible four stops of shake correction - a first for Canon IS lenses. The use of fluorite UD lens elements provides excellent optical performance in terms of resolution and contrast. These features together with its water and dust-proof construction provide both the performance and portability to meet user demands.

Specification	Description
Model	1258B002, 1258B002AA
UPC	013803064568
Angle of View (Diagonal)	34¿ - 12¿ (w/ full-frame cameras)
Aperture	f/4.0
Dimensions (dia. X length)	3.0 x 6.8
Filter/Wide Angle Capability	67mm
Fits Camera Made By	Canon
Focal Length	70-200mm
Lens Type	Zoom
Select	Film & Digital Integrated Lenses
Select Lens Style	Telephoto Zooms
Select Mount	Canon
Type	Telephoto

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5.0

OUTSTANDING lens!!

"This is an OUTSTANDING lens. It is my first 'L' series. I was always a bit skeptical about the claims made about both 'L' series lenses and the IS features, until I used one! All doubts are now washed away. I use this lens for almost everything... Wildlife and nature are my primary subjects, and this lens does not disappoint- Though some may find 200 mm kind of short, I find it very usable for those animals tha..." Read Full Review »

Mar 05, 2008 by Miro The Macaw

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Mine BROKE after 2 days shooting!

"im really upset, the lens autofocus doesnt work after 2 days shooting. as i live in london CANON wont do anything to help. CANON SERVICE IS NONEXISTENT. plus I would be careful buying this lens as mine is faulty and CANON DOESNT WANT TO KNOW. thanks, Im so happy i live in the 21st century when companies can relive you of a thousand dollars for a product and when it is faulty say "NOT MY PROBLEM"..." Read Full Review »

Mar 10, 2008 by becky

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OUTSTANDING lens!!

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5.0

"This is an OUTSTANDING lens. It is my first 'L' series. I was always a bit skeptical about the claims made about both 'L' series lenses and the IS features, until I used one! All doubts are now washed away.

I use this lens for almost everything... Wildlife and nature are my primary subjects, and …" Read Full Review »

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Canon 70-200 mm f/4 L-Series IS USM Lens Review

Awsome Lens. Superb image quality

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5.0

"I had purchased the Non IS version of this lens. But at long range especially in low light conditions I was finding it difficult to hold my hands steady. Also I realized unless it is very bright lit conditions it was difficult to get a sharp pictures without tripod. So I decided to get the IS versio …" Read Full Review »

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Nothing beats it for the cost!

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5.0

"This baby rocks. Expensive, yes, but the quality is unsurpassed. I'm no pro, but this lens makes you want to be a better photographer...because frankly you really have to try hard to take a bad picture with this lens. You get the picture framed properly, and this lens will do the rest.

Even wi …" Read Full Review »

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Extremely high quality for the price

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4.0

"I teach photography at a large university and work as a portraitist. My favorite portrait lens is the Canon 85mm f1.2L, but occasionally I have need for a longer telephoto, so I bought this 70-200mm f4L IS. I honestly did not have high expectations for it, since it is about half the price of most of …" Read Full Review »

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Canon 70-200 mm f/4 L-Series IS USM Lens Review

great sharp lens, IS is weird.

★★★★☆

4.0

"So far it is a great lens. I'm a little weirded out by the IS feature of this lens. The image jumps and the thing is a little noisy, but not bad. I knew all these things before I bought it though. I have no regrets about spending the money and plan to get a teleconverter for it. "

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OUTSTANDING lens!!

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OUTSTANDING lens!!

Awsome Lens. Superb image quality

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great sharp lens, IS is weird.

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